Chapter 252-256 (Patreon)

252. The pirates are here

Silence!

The entire Zhao family hall was hushed. Everyone stared at the True Person Lu Zhen in astonishment. They had never expected him to personally greet the Martial Saint invited by the eight grand families.

True Person Zhao also in surprise, inquired, "True Person Lu, do you know this Martial Saint Lin?"

Though Lin Fei's reputation was renowned in the Ancient Origin Sect, his tenure there had been brief. As Fairy Mist Island had little dealings with the Ancient Origin Sect, they were unaware of his prestige. They only knew of Lin Fei as a Dao Seeker who had journeyed across the seas and had joined the Ancient Origin Sect half a year prior. Beyond that, they knew little.

"Know him? How could I not?" True Person Lu Zhen replied with deep significance, "True Person Zhao, the fact that the eight grand families managed to invite the Saber Saint of the Ancient Origin Sect suggests that these pirates are no longer a concern."

"What do you mean, True Person Lu?" True Person Zhao was still puzzled, sensing from Lu's tone that this "Lin Martial Saint" was extraordinary.

"You all don't recognize the Saber Saint from the Ancient Origin Sect? In the Illusion Worry City, he, with the prowess of a Limit Martial Saint, executed the Saber Momentum, defeating the disciple of Worry-free Sovereign, Jiang Tianyun. It was a battle that shook the heavens!

Jiang Tianyun, proud and arrogant, was acclaimed as the Illusion Worry City's most promising prodigy to achieve Martial Sovereign. He had condensed both the Energy Flower and Qi Flower and even grasped the martial momentum. Yet, such a peak martial figure was still slashed down by a single strike from Saber Saint Lin Fei. Had it not been for Worry-free Sovereign intervening to block Lin's strike, Jiang Tianyun would've surely perished.

True Person Zhao, given that the eight grand families have managed to invite the Saber Saint from the Ancient Origin Sect, your efforts in summoning so many Foundation Establishment True Persons for Fairy Mist Island seem a mere extravagance. Even my presence might be superfluous."

True Person Lu's gaze was profound. Yet, his words bore a deep respect for Lin Fei. He was a man who knew his own worth.

The Hades List seemed prestigious, appearing as if making it into the top fifty signified being amongst the mightiest below the Golden Core True Persons. However, that was only within the Red Hades Mansion. Across the vast Ancient Continent, the Hades List was relatively insignificant.

The Ancient Origin Sect was also a major faction standing parallel to the Red Hades Mansion. Lu Zhen might not be entirely familiar with Lin Fei's capabilities, but he was undoubtedly aware of Jiang Tianyun's prowess. In the Illusion Worry City, Jiang Tianyun was revered as the foremost Martial Saint and was touted as the most promising disciple nurtured by the Worry-free Sovereign. It was widely believed that he could possibly achieve Martial Sovereign.

Many peak Foundation Establishment True Persons, including those on the Hades List, had perished at Jiang Tianyun's hands. Some even ranked significantly higher than Lu Zhen himself. This testified to Jiang Tianyun's staggering might. Yet, he almost fell to a single strike from Lin Fei. Just how formidable was Lin Fei's strength?

If measured by the Hades List, Lu Zhen speculated that Lin Fei's strength could be comparable to the top three, perhaps even the first rank. Hence, he dared not underestimate Lin Fei in the slightest. With Lin Fei's presence, what dangers could Fairy Mist Island possibly face?

Hearing Lu Zhen's words, both True Person Zhao and the other Foundation Establishment True Persons were profoundly shaken. Lu Zhen's demeanor wasn't mere courtesy; he genuinely held a low posture in front of Lin Fei. There could only be one reason: Lin Fei was genuinely powerful, powerful enough to make even Lu Zhen sincerely submit.

At this moment, the eight grand families were also startled. They were well aware that the Zhao family had invited Lu Zhen. After all, to stabilize the situation on Fairy Mist Island, the Zhao family had extensively publicized Lu Zhen's various achievements. Almost everyone on Fairy Mist Island was familiar with them. Lu Zhen was a strong figure, ranked thirty-eighth on the Hades List of the Red Hades Mansion. However, witnessing him humbling himself so much in front of Lin Fei left even the eight grand families in awe.

They only knew that Lin Fei had returned and promised to assist them. Naturally, Lin Fei's help wasn't unconditional. He required the eight grand families to offer something in return. The families, recognizing the gravity of the situation, understood that if Fairy Mist Island fell, they too would meet their end. Thus, they presented their most precious treasures to Lin Fei. Initially, the act pained them as these were treasures they held dear. But now, it seemed utterly worth it.

To their surprise, Lin Fei had attained the Limit Martial Saint. Even a powerful figure like Jiang Tianyun of the Illusion Worry City couldn't withstand a single strike from him.

"With both True Person Lu Zhen and Elder Lin Fei of Ancient Origin Sect on our side, our island is saved. Those pirates wouldn't stand a chance."

"People said the eight grand families were in decline. But now, it seems their depth and heritage are indeed profound, as they could invite a Martial Saint like Lin Fei."

"We can only hope that with the help of True Person Lu Zhen and Elder Lin Fei, Fairy Mist Island can survive this crisis."

Such whispers were all around, with most people rejoicing. The stronger Lin Fei was, the safer Fairy Mist Island would be.

"True Person is too kind," Lin Fei responded modestly to Lu Zhen. Being referred to as "Saber Saint" felt somewhat nostalgic for him. Back in Great Chang, he was also known as the Saber Saint, a title that resonated far and wide. But upon his arrival at Ancient Origin Sect, not many referred to him by that title. After all, in the vast Ancient Continent, there were many Martial Saints who wielded sabers. Even among them, those who had mastered Saber Momentum surely existed. The title "Saber Saint" wasn't one to be used lightly.

"Elder Lin, please take your seat!"

True Person Zhao proclaimed with the utmost respect. Once he recognized Lin Fei's stature and capabilities, where would True Person Zhao dare to act with any hint of negligence? Even his previous grievances against the eight great families had now vanished like mist before the sun. To have someone as formidable as Lin Fei here was surely a merit of the eight families!

Without any hesitation, Lin Fei seated himself in the headmost position. Beside him was True Person Lu Zhen

"True Person Lu, True Person Zhao, have the pirates made any move?" Lin Fei inquired straightforwardly.

"Elder Lin, as of now, the pirates remain dormant," responded Lu.

"Dormant? Shall we just wait here indefinitely?"

Lin Fei furrowed his brows. He was not keen on lingering on Fairy Mist Island for an extended period.

"Report! Numerous ships are approaching the shores, and a multitude of Foundation Establishment cultivators and Martial Saints are converging on Fairy Mist Island. The pirates are here!"

At that moment, a Qi cultivator rushed into the hall, announcing the news with urgency.

"Perfect timing!"

A peculiar glint flashed across Lin Fei's eyes. With the pirates' arrival, he no longer had to wait idly.

"Let's see what audacious power backs these brazen pirates," Lu Zhen expressed his curiosity. What gave these pirates the audacity to challenge the Fairy Mist Island continually? Were they so certain of their triumph over the island?

Thus, everyone promptly followed Lin Fei, Lu Zhen, and the rest, swiftly leaving the Zhao residence and heading towards the seashore.

253. Tidal Waves

"Behold, Five Light True Person and Clear Light True Person, that is Fairy Mist Island."

A Foundation Establishment True Person of the sea raiders stood respectfully beside the two. His demeanor showed utmost reverence.

"Useless! Can't even handle a mere Fairy Mist Island. We have to intervene personally."

Five Light True Person's gaze was icy. Even facing such a rebuke, the Foundation Establishment True Person from the sea raiders did not dare retort. He merely lowered his head in silence.

"Enough, Senior Brother," said Clear Light True Person with a calm expression, a smile playing on his lips. "These are mere loose cultivators. Fairy Mist Island has stood for such a long time. How could they possibly defeat it?"

"Isn't Fairy Mist Island also made up of loose cultivators?" Five Light True Person retorted. "The island is closest to the Ancient Origin Sect. Yet, it's dominated by Qi Cultivators of the Immortal Dao. The Ancient Origin Sect is truly pathetic. What does the sect fear? Merely the Ancient Origin Sect. If they dare interfere, we'll annihilate them."

Five Light True Person seemed to disregard the Ancient Origin Sect entirely.

"Senior Brother, our sect surely has its reasons," Clear Light True Person reasoned. "Perhaps the Ancient Origin Sect alone isn't significant, but together with Profound Light Cave Heaven and Red Hades Mansion, they are unified. While these three powers might squabble occasionally, they stand united against external threats. Engaging them would indeed be troublesome. Besides, we're here on our sect's command, to establish a foothold. Our ultimate goal is to probe the immortal mansion beneath these seas. While we're now fairly certain an immortal mansion exists here, wouldn't it be better to secure Fairy Mist Island without alarming the Ancient Origin Sect, Profound Light Cave Heaven, and Red Hades Mansion?"

Five Light True Person remained silent, but it was merely lip service. If he truly believed the Ancient Origin Sect, Profound Light Cave Heaven, and Red Hades Mansion were easily vanquished, he'd be sorely mistaken. If they were truly so weak, the sect wouldn't strategize so meticulously, even refraining from sending Golden Core True Persons, instead sending only Foundation Establishment ones. Clearly, there was a certain wariness towards these three major powers.

"No matter the stance of these three major powers, today, this Fairy Mist Island shall fall!"

With a wave of Five Light True Person's hand, massive waves rose mightily. A resounding "BOOM" echoed. Endless waves churned and swelled, forming a colossal tidal wave, vast and overpowering, heading straight for Fairy Mist Island.

With such a formidable tidal wave, even the defenses of Fairy Mist Island might falter before it. The spell Five Light True Person casually conjured was truly astounding. Compared to an ordinary Foundation Establishment True Person, he was in a league of his own!

At that moment, on Fairy Mist Island, Lin Fei, True Person Lu Zhen, True Person Zhao, and other Foundation Establishment cultivators had gathered by the sea.

"What is that..."

Suddenly, their expressions shifted.

A tidal wave! Such an enormous wave was practically unheard of. The overwhelming tidal wave surged relentlessly toward Fairy Mist Island.

"Someone has conjured this tidal wave using a spell," True Person Lu Zhen remarked gravely. "I'm afraid the island's defenses won't hold."

To summon such a tidal wave was no ordinary feat, and surely not by an ordinary Foundation Establishment True Person.

True Person Zhao, decisive as ever, bellowed, "All Foundation Establishment cultivators, prepare defenses immediately! We must withstand this tidal wave!"

Foundation Establishment True Persons rapidly deployed various spells and treasures, rushing out beyond the main formation, attempting to hold back the monumental wave.

Another resounding "BOOM". The tidal wave was upon them in a flash. It crashed down instantaneously. The multitude of spells and treasures conjured by the Foundation Establishment True Persons now seemed so feeble in the face of the immense tidal wave. With one sweep of the wave, they were shattered completely. With just that one strike, many Foundation Establishment True Persons were wounded.

As the tidal wave was about to strike the defensive formation, True Person Lu Zhen coldly snorted, "Heavenly Net, deploy!"

With a flick of his wrist, a net-shaped treasure shot into the air. In the blink of an eye, it expanded boundlessly, positioning itself right before the approaching tidal wave.

With a thunderous "BANG," the tidal wave bore down, crashing hard against the treasure. True Person Lu Zhen, rightfully listed on the Hades List as a Foundation Establishment cultivator, had indeed displayed a powerful treasure. Its luminescent glow only flickered slightly, yet it held firm, stopping the tidal wave in its tracks.

"Uh? A unique treasure indeed. But can it withstand my Infinite Pearl?"

Behind the waves, hovering above Five Light True Person's head was a blue pearl. It was this pearl that triggered the immense tidal wave. Without this pearl, even with Five Light's prowess, conjuring such a formidable spell would have been impossible.

The Infinite Pearl above Five Light True Person's head gleamed in blue once more. Immediately, from the deep sea, another tidal wave emerged, vast and mighty, rolling towards Fairy Mist Island once again.

"Another wave?" True Person Lu Zhen's expression subtly shifted. Moments later, the tidal wave ferociously crashed against his treasure. Instantaneously, Lu Zhen trembled, his Magic Body fervently absorbing the ambient Spiritual Qi from the surroundings, converting it into magical power. The Heavenly Net held on, its luminosity merely flickering.

"He held it back! True to his reputation from the Hades List."

"Inviting True Person Lu Zhen was truly a wise decision by the Zhao family,"

Relief washed over the crowd as they witnessed Lu Zhen thwarting the second wave. However, as they lifted their gazes, hope quickly drained from their faces. On the vast horizon, they beheld not just one, but multiple tidal waves - two, three, four, five, and even more, crashing towards them. Just how many more waves were there?

No one had any idea about the identities of these attackers. They hadn't even clearly discerned who the enemy was. None of the Foundation Establishment True Persons who cast spells were visible. As a result, the entirety of Fairy Mist Island plunged into crisis.

Even though True Person Lu Zhen managed to withstand the first two tidal waves, he couldn't help but feel some pride. After all, being ranked thirty-eighth on the Hades Lists as an elite True Person was not an empty title. But what followed was an endless onslaught of waves, seemingly infinite in number.

In a contest between Foundation Establishment cultivators, it was a battle of spells. And in this duel, it was clear that Lu Zhen was on the losing end. Not only he but all of Fairy Mist Island's Foundation Establishment True Persons were defeated. And their defeat was absolute.

"Who is behind this?" Lu Zhen wondered, his face ashen. "Such a terrifying spell or magic treasure could probably even challenge those in the top ten of the Hades Lists."

His eyes darted to Lin Fei, known for his unparalleled martial prowess. However, Lin Fei's strength lay in close combat. Without seeing the figure of their adversaries, how could they engage in melee?

"Elder Lin, perhaps we should retreat," Lu Zhen said solemnly. "We must avoid this head-on. Even if Fairy Mist Island is flooded, it won't endanger us, the Foundation Establishment True Persons and Martial Saints."

The faces of the island's residents, both Qi cultivators and martial artists, paled. If they retreated, the island would surely be submerged. While the strongest among them might survive, the majority would perish. Even if the islanders ultimately triumphed, the damage would be irreversible.

But as the five tidal waves roared toward them, about to crash upon the island's protective array, Lin Fei finally spoke, "Retreat? Why should we retreat? I shall slash these tidal waves!"

With a "whoosh", a strand of saber essence shot out from Lin Fei. This terrifying force exploded outwards, and for a moment, it seemed like the whole void was dominated by a single gigantic blade. A blade that spanned thousands of meters, ready to cleave the very heavens and earth, standing defiantly against the oncoming tidal waves.

254. Great Mountain Seal

"Is that...?"

Everyone's gaze was fixed upon the void. A saber, stretching for thousands of meters, radiated a chilling sharpness. Moreover, it exuded a divine, solemn, and overwhelming aura.

Holy Spirit Saber!

At that moment, every eye was drawn to the blade in the void.

Even the likes of Five Light True Person and Clear Light True Person observed the blade that spanned several thousand meters in the void, their hearts filled with astonishment.

"A Limit Martial Saint?"

The two Foundation Establishment True Persons exchanged glances, detecting a hint of surprise in each other's eyes.

"What does it matter if there's a Limit Martial Saint? Could he possibly slice through the vast ocean with just one swing?"

Five Light True Person scoffed. He then channeled more of his power, activating his magic treasure. Suddenly, the ocean was stirred up once more, creating five enormous waves, making it a total of ten waves that surged mightily, engulfing their way toward Fairy Mist Island.

"Another five massive waves are approaching! Indeed, someone must be manipulating a magic treasure. Otherwise, a mere spell couldn't possibly harness such profound power."

True Person Lu Zhen's expression darkened. At the same time, he noticed Lin Fei, wielding that grand saber in the void.

What was Lin Fei planning? Did he genuinely aim to sever these towering waves? How could that be possible?

Everyone knew that when one tries to cut water, it merely flows even more. Let alone these towering waves.

Lin Fei took a step forward, instantly positioning himself within the void. A humming sound resonated above his head as a flower emerged.

Qi Flower!

With the appearance of this colossal Qi Flower, the saber essence around Lin Fei surged wildly, channeling itself into the Holy Spirit Saber in the void.

Five hundred meters, one thousand meters, two thousand meters, three thousand meters!

Lin Fei's Holy Spirit Saber expanded, reaching a length of three thousand meters. And this was all forged from the concentrated essence of the saber. It stretched across the void, radiating a majestic divine might.

Witnessing this spectacle, many felt as if they were being suffocated. The force emanating from the saber essence, even before it transformed into Saber Momentum, was already so oppressive that they struggled to breathe.

"Qi Flower! Truly the mark of a Limit Martial Saint! Martial Saint Lin truly is Limit Martial Saint. Moreover, the saber he forged from his true essence is terrifying. Who could possibly withstand such a slash?"

For a moment, many Foundation Establishment True Persons silently weighed the odds in their hearts. They were certain they could not withstand it. Whether they invoked spells or utilized magic treasures, even if Lin Fei hadn't unleashed his slash, simply sensing its overwhelming presence made them realize they would be no match.

"Slash!"

Lin Fei too noticed the ten towering waves upon the sea. Yet, his gaze remained calm, seemingly indifferent to the addition of five more waves. To him, ten waves appeared no different than five.

With a deafening crash, Lin Fei swung his blade. As it descended, it felt to everyone as if the skies had darkened instantly. The entire expanse of the sky seemed to be consumed by this one slash, filled with inky void cracks, casting the heavens in a night-like shroud.

Moreover, as the blade fell, everyone felt as if the sky was collapsing and the earth caving in. It seemed as if this single slash could cleave the heavens and the earth.

With a resounding boom, the thousands of meters long Holy Spirit Saber finally descended, striking atop the ten massive waves. Instantly, the ten towering waves, which bore the momentum to engulf and annihilate everything, were cleaved apart under the saber's might. Yes, they were completely severed. Not only were the waves split apart, but Lin Fei's slash also landed upon the sea itself, cleaving the vast expanse of water in twain.

The terrifying saber's aura, vast and sweeping, ensnared the pirate ships on the sea, pulling them in, utterly obliterated. Hundreds of ships were annihilated in mere moments. Only a few Foundation Establishment True Persons and martial saints, sensing the imminent danger, managed to soar into the void and evade just before Lin Fei's saber descended. Otherwise, had they been caught in the wake of that slash, they would have surely perished.

"How is this possible?"

Five Light True Person's eyes widened in disbelief, seemingly unable to accept the spectacle before him.

Ten massive waves had been cleaved apart by the power of a single martial saint with a single slash. Even the sea had been split open. Now, the vast ocean, with the saber essence undispersed, was starkly divided into two halves, revealing a deep chasm that reached the ocean floor.

Such immense power was unimaginable, even to Five Light True Person and Clear Light True Person.

A slash that cleaved the waves. A slash that split the sea. A slash that obliterated hundreds of the pirates' large ships. It was as if a divine being had descended from the heavens, so majestic that all could only look up in awe.

At this moment, everyone, whether from the Fairy Mist Island or the remaining pirates, was deeply shaken, their astonishment unparalleled.

The representatives of the eight families exchanged glances, mutually astounded. Their ancestors had been martial saints, so they were no strangers to the capabilities of martial saints. But even with their knowledge, they had never encountered a martial saint of such terrifying prowess.

Is he still a martial saint?

Zhao True Person was utterly stupefied, his voice trembling, "True Person Lu, Elder Lin, is he really a martial saint?"

True Person Lu Zhen stared fixedly at Lin Fei. He had already held Lin Fei in high regard, even elevating him to the rank of the top ten in the Hades List. However, after witnessing that slash, he realized he had been mistaken. Severely mistaken.

Where did Lin Fei belong in the top ten of the Hades List? He was undoubtedly the number one spot, potentially the most powerful martial saint beneath the Golden Core True Person and the Martial Sovereign! Even within the Ancient Origin Sect, Lu Zhen believed it would be the same.

"How can a martial saint be this powerful?"

"Nevertheless, what of it? How could a mere martial saint know of our Foundation Establishment techniques? After all, we have the treasure bestowed upon us by our sect. Anyone below a Golden Core True Person will surely perish!"

Five Light True Person and Clear Light True Person exchanged glances once more. They had no intention of retreating.

The sect had dispatched them to Fairy Mist Island with the intention of taking it over, and they had even bestowed upon them precious treasures for this mission. If they were to retreat due to encountering merely one Martial Saint, the sect's punishment would be severe. It might even mean the end of their cultivation journey, extinguishing any hopes of crossing the tribulation to achieve the Golden Core stage. The cost of failure was too high; they couldn't afford it. Thus, they had no choice but to conquer Fairy Light Island and defeat any force that stood in their way.

"Senior Brother, let's combine our powers and unleash the magic treasure," Five Light True Person said solemnly. Even though he seemed somewhat dismissive of the Martial Saints and Foundation Establishment True Persons here, Lin Fei's slash had clearly demonstrated his formidable strength. Without using the sect's bestowed treasure, they would probably find it hard to defeat this Martial Saint. Their only option was to join forces and activate their sect's precious treasure.

"Great Mountain Seal!"

With a low chant from both Five Light True Person and Clear Light True Person, a murky light immediately flew out from Clear Light's bosom.

Another magic treasure!

As this magic treasure emerged, under the two's combined spiritual power, it expanded upon exposure to the wind. The grey light transformed into an ancient divine mountain that stood tens of thousands of meters tall, exuding an imposing might.

Everyone felt as if they had been struck by a heavy blow, their bodies trembling violently. The sheer presence of this divine mountain seemed to suffocate many of the Foundation Establishment True Persons.

"This aura, this magic treasure... it even has the essence of tribulation lightning. This is a Golden Core magic treasure that has undergone the heavenly tribulation!"

For a moment, True Person Lu Zhen couldn't help but exclaim out loud, his eyes filled with shock and awe.

255. Collision

"Golden Core magic treasure?"

Lin Fei unmistakably caught the exclamation of True Person Lu Zhen. Speaking of Golden Core magic treasures, he possessed one. It was the Sky Reaching Tower!

However, the Sky Reaching Tower was a sealed magic treasure. Moreover, Lin Fei was not a cultivator. He lacked spiritual power. Thus, he couldn't unleash the full potential of the Sky Reaching Tower.

Yet this "Great Mountain Seal", evidently, was a fearsomely potent magic treasure. Moreover, it was jointly activated by two Foundation Establishment True Persons. Its might was earth-shattering. Nearly enough to subdue any power beneath the Golden Core True Person!

At this moment, escape was undeniably futile. The towering Great Mountain Seal, its dreadfulness was unparalleled. Once it descended, even unparalleled speed would be moot.

The several thousand meters saber essence was previously displayed by Lin Fei. Now, juxtaposed with the Great Mountain Seal seemed utterly insignificant. Such is the way of the Immortals!

Qi Cultivators' strength was never merely about their spiritual powers. It was about their magic treasure! A powerful magic treasure could make a Foundation Establishment True Person's strength skyrocket, even rivaling a Limit Martial Saint. And a Golden Core-tier magic treasure could render a Foundation Establishment True Person invincible!

Yes, invincible. Invincible beneath the Golden Core! In the Ancient Continent, though both the paths of Immortals and Martial Arts coexisted, in reality, the pinnacle martial artist of the same tier was largely dominated by the Qi cultivators. The reason was simply: magic treasure!

Qi cultivators could strike disproportionately. For instance, if a Qi Condensation cultivator possessed a magic treasure, he could easily dominate all Martial Grandmasters. A Foundation Establishment True Person with a Golden Core magic treasure could also nearly dominate Martial Saints.

However, the martial artist had its advantages. That is, martial artists rely solely on their own strength. Be it Grandmasters or Martial Saints, their power is inherent. Independent of any external objects. Without their magic treasure, many Foundation Establishment True Persons often stand inferior to Martial Saints.

Even with a Golden Core-tier magic treasure, do you truly think they're so easily obtained? Clearly, it's not likely. When a magic treasure reaches the Golden Core tier, it must undergo the baptism of heavenly tribulation.

Each Golden Core magic treasure is immensely precious. Unless supported by a major Immortal sect, it's virtually impossible for a Foundation Establishment True Person to have it.

Clearly, behind the Five Light True Person and the Clear Light True Person, there must be a powerful Immortal sect! Perhaps, their backgrounds are even incredibly prominent.

However, delving into their identities now is of no further significance. The Great Mountain Seal descended rapidly, threatening to grind Lin Fei and everyone on the Immortal Mist Island into dust.

"Hum".

The very next moment, without any hesitation, Lin Fei's Saber Momentum erupted.

The terrifying Saber Momentum surged forth, engulfing the entirety of the Fairy Mist Island. And that wasn't all.

The essence of Lin Fei's blood vibrated.

"Boom".

Above his head, another flower surprisingly materialized. The Energy Flower!

With the appearance of the Energy Flower, a sanguine aura, spanning a thousand meters, instantaneously spread out, subtly merging with the Saber Momentum.

The Blood Energy Domain!

In this instant, Lin Fei channeled every ounce of his power. Every technique was fully unleashed.

Energy Flower, Qi Flower, Blood Energy Domain, Saber Momentum, saber essence! And yes, the saber techniques!

"Swoosh".

The Qi Flower above Lin Fei's head quivered slightly. Following this, massive amounts of saber essence shot out, morphing into a sacred, solemn, and vast saber.

Holy Spirit Saber!

"Swoosh."

Another surge of saber essence shot forth, transforming into a beam of rainbow light, spanning across the void.

Rainbow Transformation Saber!

"Swoosh."

The third stream of saber essence emerged, bursting forth, it was enveloped in raging flames, as if the entire sky was painted in a fiery hue.

Flame Burning Heaven Saber!

"Merge!"

Suddenly, the three sabers converged, and the saber essence intensified, one thousand meters, five thousand meters, ten thousand meters! It reached an astounding ten thousand meters!

At this moment, Lin Fei held nothing back, every ounce of his saber essence erupted, combining the three sabers into one, expanding it to ten thousand meters!

Furthermore, Lin Fei's Blood Energy Domain seemed to merge seamlessly with the Saber Momentum. Under the augmentation of the Saber Momentum and blood essence, the enormous ten thousand meters saber essence faintly bore a shade of blood-red. A terrifying aura immediately descended upon the entire Fairy Mist Island.

"Thud."

At last, someone couldn't withstand the pressure of the Great Mountain Seal and Lin Fei's Saber Momentum and saber essence, collapsing directly to the ground. Even the Foundation Establishment True Persons had to desperately channel their energy to ensure they weren't overwhelmed and forced to the ground.

Everyone stared in shock at the sky at the massive saber and towering peak.

"Two flowers. And even the Blood Energy Domain! Elder Lin is even more formidable than I imagined. In fact, Elder Lin's Saber Momentum has transcended. Once it's perfected, wouldn't he be able to condense three flowers? By then, with the Three Flowers Converging Atop, he might achieve the status of a Martial Sovereign! But facing a Golden Core-tier magic treasure, I fear..."

Lu Zhen True Person murmured softly, he knew all too well, at this point, even if he was a formidable figure on the Hades List, he was utterly powerless. He didn't even have the right to intervene.

"What a Martial Saint! To think he could manifest two flowers. And even the Saber Momentum and Blood Energy Domain. Among the Martial Saints, he must be the most elite. Perhaps even worthy of being labeled as a Martial Sovereign seed. Pity, he's up against our Great Mountain Seal. You're doomed! Great Mountain Seal, descend!"

Five Light True Person shouted loudly. Together with Clear Light True Person, they channeled their full power to activate the Great Mountain Seal.

Clearly, they had recognized Lin Fei's extraordinary prowess. The martial Saint before them wasn't just any ordinary Martial Saint. So, they took no chances. They unleashed all their power, even consuming elixirs to pour all their energy into the Great Mountain Seal.

Looking at the hovering Great Mountain Seal above, it resembled an ancient divine mountain as if it could crush anything and everything.

Such was the might of a Golden Core-level magic treasure. Compared to the Sky Reaching Tower that Lin Fei had encountered previously, the difference was night and day.

After all, the Sky Reaching Tower was only activated by Qi cultivators and paled in comparison to the two Foundation Establishment cultivators before him. These two Foundation Establishment cultivators were undoubtedly among the elite, their prowess matching that of the Limit Martial Saints.

Lin Fei could see that much. Moreover, he even suspected, That these two Foundation Establishment True Persons were on the brink of facing their tribulations, but for reasons known only to them, they hadn't. However, all of this was now inconsequential.

"Slash!"

Lin Fei clapped his hands together, it seemed as though he was gripping the ten thousand meters blade in the void. He fiercely slashed at the hovering Great Mountain Seal.

"Boom!"

The void seemed to crack open. With this slash, Lin Fei channeled every ounce of his skills and power. The Saber Momentum evolved, taking on myriad forms of saber techniques and intentions, all of which poured into the ten thousand-meter blade.

This was a true strike, where spirit, energy, and vitality were perfectly aligned! With this slash, Lin Fei felt as if he had surpassed the Martial Saint realm, reaching a level that was somewhere between a Martial Sovereign and a Martial Saint. He felt as though he had become one with the slash. It appeared as a singular slash, but it was a culmination of hundreds, even thousands of Lin Fei's saber techniques, melded with his profound understanding and mastery of the saber.

"Rumble!"

At last, Lin Fei's ten thousand meters saber fiercely collided with the Great Mountain Seal. The terrifying aftermath instantly tore the void asunder. The vast sea below was instantly stirred, giving rise to monstrous waves and whirlpools. It felt like the world was being turned upside-down.

A muffled boom echoed, sending shockwaves through everyone present. It felt as if their consciousness had been halted at that moment. All that remained was the wildly rampaging saber in the void and the all-suppressing, annihilating Great Mountain Seal!

256. Taiyi Dao Palace

"Thud."

A tremendous noise echoed across the sea, stirring a vast splash of waves. When the dust and smoke cleared, everyone's eyes widened in shock. The Great Mountain Seal was nowhere to be seen.

Lin Fei remained, hovering in the void. All that was left were ripples and waves on the sea's surface. Moreover, a massive whirlpool had formed in the water.

"Was... was the Great Mountain Seal sent flying?"

Five Light True Person and Clear Light True Person looked on in disbelief. What had they just witnessed? The formidable Great Mountain Seal, after clashing head-on with Lin Fei's saber, was actually sent flying, plunging directly into the sea, causing the formation of that vast whirlpool.

Yet Lin Fei remained untouched. The two peak Foundation Establishment True Persons couldn't quite believe it. Was Lin Fei's slash really that powerful? A head-on collision with a Golden Core-level magic treasure Great Mountain Seal, only to send it flying.

This was no longer the power of a Martial Saint or a Foundation Establishment True Person. Even if he hadn't reached the level of a Martial Sovereign, he was close.

"Go!"

Without hesitation, Five Light True Person and Clear Light True Person turned to leave. They quickly cast a spell, trying to recall the Great Mountain Seal. However, it was already too late.

"Boom."

Although Lin Fei's saber essence was drained, he still had his Saber Momentum. In an instant, Lin Fei's Saber Momentum descended, making the two Foundation Establishment True Persons feel like they were trapped in quicksand. Every move became incredibly difficult!

"Immeasurable Fist!"

Lin Fei launched a punch. Indeed, his saber essence had been exhausted and would take time to recover. However, the power of the martial artists lies within themselves. A martial artist's body is still immensely formidable. Especially for Lin Fei, who had condensed the Energy Flower. He also possessed the Blood Energy Domain. Thus, even if his saber essence was depleted, Lin Fei's body remained incredibly strong!

"Boom."

Lin Fei's Blood Energy Domain encompassed both the Five Light True Person and Clear Light True Person. Immediately, their Qi and Blood were suppressed. Their entire beings, under the dual pressure of Saber Momentum and Blood Energy Domain, found it almost impossible to even move an inch, let alone escape.

The main issue was that their spiritual power had also been exhausted by the Great Mountain Seal. If they had abundant spiritual power, they could infinitely deploy the Great Mountain Seal and genuinely utilize its utmost power. Sadly, there was no opportunity for that now.

Lin Fei's terrifying punch made it seem as if the very air was exploding. The force of his punch hadn't even landed on them yet, but they felt the chilling touch of death. They were very clear; if that punch landed on them, given their current state of zero spiritual power and relying solely on their Magic Bodies, they wouldn't stand a chance against Lin Fei's strike! Even if they had spiritual power but were without the Great Mountain Seal, they couldn't withstand this punch.

"We can't die, we mustn't die. You can't kill us, even if you are a Martial Saint of the Ancient Origin Sect, you can't kill us. We are from the Taiyi Dao Palace..."

"Thud."

The two Foundation Establishment True Persons couldn't even finish their sentence before Lin Fei's punch landed on them. In an instant, their bodies were blown apart by his strike.

This punch of Lin Fei, which embodied the Energy Flower and the suppression of the Blood Energy Domain, was so potent that even a top-tier Martial Saint would struggle against it. And these two Foundation Establishment True Persons, devoid of any spiritual power, stood no chance.

The two peak Foundation Establishment True Persons died just like that. Obliterated by a single punch from Lin Fei, leaving no trace behind.

"Hmm?"

Lin Fei's gaze shifted as he looked toward the vast sea below.

"Splash."

The Great Mountain Seal shot out from the water. Without the support of spiritual power, it quickly reverted to its original state, a small square object, no larger than a fist.

Lin Fei's figure flashed, arriving instantly in front of the Great Mountain Seal. He reached out to grasp it.

"Whoosh."

However, the Great Mountain Seal was even faster. It transformed into a streak of light, soaring into the sky, heading towards the horizon. In a blink of an eye, it disappeared without a trace.

"Did it just... fly away?"

Lin Fei's brow furrowed. Though he had repelled the Great Mountain Seal, he hadn't inflicted any harm upon it. He was indeed intrigued by this Great Mountain Seal. After all, it was a magic treasure of the Golden Core tier.

Pity the magic treasures possess consciousness. Any magic treasure that survives the Heavenly Tribulation, given time, would likely develop a sense of sentience. Thus, with the demise of both the Five Light True Person and the Clear Light True Person, the Great Mountain Seal had fled. It probably returned to whence it came.

At that moment, some Foundation Establishment True Persons from the sea raiders still lingered in the void. Witnessing Lin Fei's terrifying power, they dared not linger. One after another, they activated their magic treasures and fled in an instant.

Lin Fei didn't pursue it. There was no point. For him, averting the crisis of Fairy Mist Island was enough. Moreover, he was now devoid of his saber essence. To rejuvenate his saber essence would require time. This was his most vulnerable moment.

Still, even in such a state, Lin Fei was a Limit Martial Saint with the Energy and Blood Energy Domain.

With a 'whoosh', True Person Lu Zhen landed before Lin Fei.

"Elder Lin, are you aware of the identities of those two Foundation Establishment True Persons?"True Person Lu Zhen inquired gravely, seemingly devoid of any elation.

"Weren't they sea raiders?" Lin Fei queried in return.

"Before you vanquished those two Foundation Establishment True Persons, Elder Lin, they uttered a name—Taiyi Dao Palace! And possessing such formidable Golden Core-tier magic treasures, it is undoubted they are likely the Foundation Establishment True Persons from the Taiyi Dao Palace."

"Taiyi Dao Palace?"

Lin Fei hadn't heard of this sect. Yet, from the expression on True Person Lu Zhen's face, this sect seemed of significant consequence.

"Elder Lin, you've perhaps only recently joined the Ancient Origin Sect. It's understandable if you're unaware of the Taiyi Dao Palace. The vastness of the Ancient Continent harbors innumerable martial arts sects and immortal sects. Our Red Hades Mansion, the Ancient Origin Sect, and the Profound Light Cave Heaven, though secluded, stand relatively firm. Yet, even as these three major powers, we still face a formidable adversary in the Taiyi Dao Palace! But the Taiyi Dao Palace is located far from Fairy Mist Island. With Fairy Mist Island lacking resources, why would the Taiyi Dao Palace disguise themselves as sea raiders, intent on seizing it? I fear there are hidden reasons at play.

Moreover, the Great Mountain Seal has likely returned to the Taiyi Dao Palace. Soon, they'll learn of the events here. Elder Lin, while your strength is impressive, the Taiyi Dao Palace isn't something we at the Foundation Establishment or Martial Saint levels should meddle with. It's best to urgently report the presence of the Taiyi Dao Palace on Fairy Mist Island to our sect. Letting the sect handle this matter would be more prudent."

Lin Fei nodded in agreement. Initially, he had only come to resolve the crisis on Fairy Mist Island. Now that the peril had been averted, this matter had no bearing on him. Reporting the appearance of the Taiyi Dao Palace members on Fairy Mist Island to the sect would alleviate many of his troubles.

"Thank you for the reminder, True Person Lu. As the crisis on Fairy Mist Island has been resolved, I shall take my leave first. Farewell!"

With that, Lin Fei stepped forward. He didn't meet with members of the eight great families but chose to leave Fairy Mist Island directly.

Lin Fei set his course back to the Ancient Origin Sect.

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Fist technique! Been a long time!